Indian Folk Art Teak Architectural Bracket on Custom Stand tea caddy The original house was later

The original house was later gutted and rebuilt in 2001-8

Indian bidri spitoon (Peekdaan or Thookadaan) is cast as an opposing double bell-shape

5 Height 43 inches

With domed top

Indian Folk Art Teak Architectural Bracket on Custom Stand tea caddy The original house was laterDETAILS Now mounted on a custom iron stand, this elaborately carved antique mythical figure began life as an architectural roof bracket. It features detailed carving of two elephant forms and is a is a good example of Indian provincial folk art carving. As a sculpture, it makes a whimsical and interesting accessory for the home. PLACE OF ORIGIN India DATE 19th century, later stand DIMENSIONS Width 8 Depth 15 Height 32 inches